Weekend Respiratory Therapist - Geriatric Rehab

The Encore at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shifts

Job summary

The Encore at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Florida is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our geriatric care team. The RT will assess residents, develop therapy plans, and implement respiratory treatments in collaboration with nursing staff.

This on-site role requires an active state license, BLS, and experience with tracheostomy and long-term care settings. Weekend shifts are part of the schedule, with daily documentation and IDT participation to support resident

Qualifications

• Graduate from COARC accredited AS or BS Respiratory program.
• Licensed as RRT or CRT; state license required; BLS certification.
• Ability to work independently; passion for geriatric care.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement respiratory techniques for rehab patients.
• Initiate therapies, maintain records, operate equipment.
• Provide bedside treatments: oxygen, aerosol, PEP, chest therapy, suctioning, airway management.
• Complete nursing in-services quarterly.
• Maintain daily, weekly and monthly documentation.
• Attend IDT meetings.
• Experience with tracheotomy; long-term care setting.
• Track, audit and manage caseload.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Education

AS/BS in Respiratory

Tools

Ventilators

Job description

The Encore at Boca Raton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Florida is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join our geriatric care team. The RT will assess residents, develop therapy plans, and implement respiratory treatments in collaboration with nursing staff.

This on-site role requires an active state license, BLS, and experience with tracheostomy and long-term care settings. Weekend shifts are part of the schedule, with daily documentation and IDT participation to support resident